SHRIEK: A Women of Horror Film & Discussion Class is a community education series that examines the roles of women in horror films. This time, discussion leader and film buff Evan J. Peterson will lead the group in a viewing and discussion of The Cell, Tarsem Singh's gorgeously surreal psychological thriller, with iconic costumes by Eiko Ishioka and starring Jennifer Lopez as protagonist Dr. Catherine Deane. We continue to explore the roles of women of color in the horror genre.
Trailer: https:...
SHRIEK: A Women of Horror Film & Discussion Class is a community education series that examines the roles of women in horror films. This time, discussion leader and film buff Evan J. Peterson will lead the group in a viewing and discussion of The Cell, Tarsem Singh's gorgeously surreal psychological thriller, with iconic costumes by Eiko Ishioka and starring Jennifer Lopez as protagonist Dr. Catherine Deane. We continue to explore the roles of women of color in the horror genre.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSMnlalr6RU
The goal of this community series is to offer low-cost opportunities to learn about film and gender studies and to inspire more women to get involved as creators in the genre. Scarecrow Video sponsors the class in their screening room. This is an event for community members 17 and up. Scarecrow Video is wheelchair accessible. We reserve the right to refuse admission to those under the influence of alcohol or hard drugs.
**We suggest bringing an extra seat cushion for the classroom chairs.**
General Admission: $10 per session
Seniors 65+, Veterans, Teachers, and Students with ID: $5 per session
Reduced housing and no-housing attendees: Free
Day-of registration welcome!
General admission register here:
http://www.strangertickets.com/events/33369668/shriek-the-cell
Evan J. Peterson is a college professor, author, and journalist. He is a Clarion West alum, and he received his MFA from Florida State University. His writing has been featured in The Stranger, Weird Tales, Unspeakable Horror 2, Queers Destroy Horror, and The Rumpus. His books include The Midnight Channel, Skin Job, and Ghosts in Gaslight, Monsters in Steam: Gay City 5.
